Multiple Sarcasms (2010)

In the heart of the architectural world resides Gabriel Richmond (Timothy Hutton), a man seemingly blessed with the ideal life. His professional success, a beautiful wife, Annie (Dana Delany), and a doting daughter, Elizabeth (India Ennenga), paint a picture of enviable contentment. Yet, beneath this glossy surface of achievement, a relentless tide of dissatisfaction gnaws at him, stirring a yearning for something more. As Gabriel navigates through his late forties, he finds himself standing at the precipice of a profound self-reckoning, questioning the life choices he once thought were unshakeable. This introspection doesn't merely remain a mental exercise, but morphs into a tangible form of expression as he trades his blueprints for the dramatic world of playwriting. His decision to pen a play mirrors his life's disarray, reflecting the melancholic state of his existence. With the guidance of a tenacious literary agent friend, he embarks on this new journey, leaving behind his established career and the stability of his marriage. As he teeters on the edge of drastic change, his marriage crumbles into divorce, adding more layers to the intricate narrative he's crafting. Despite the personal turmoil, Gabriel's play strikes a chord with the audience, rising to unexpected success. In the aftermath of seismic life changes, he finds a different kind of happiness, one he had been unknowingly seeking. His life, reshaped and rewritten, is testament to the transformative power of art and self-exploration, painting a compelling portrait of a man's pursuit for authentic happiness.

Multiple Sarcasms is a drama movie featuring Timothy Hutton and directed by Brooks Branch.

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